The Assistant Attorneys General represent the American Samoa Government in felony, misdemeanor and/or juvenile prosecutions. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required. Our office’s prosecutors are responsible for prosecuting crimes in the territory and such duties shall include, but not be limited to, reviewing police reports, preparing pleadings, interviewing victims and witnesses, meeting with police officers and investigators, negotiating pleas and preparing for and conducting judicial hearings (including first appearances, probable cause hearings, motion hearings, status conferences, trials and sentencings). This position also includes such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General and Criminal Division Chief.

Assistant Attorneys General represent the American Samoa Government in a variety of civil matters. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required. This position is responsible for initiating and defending civil actions, which includes, but is not limited to, preparing pleadings, interviewing clients and fact and expert witnesses, preparing for and conducting administrative and judicial hearings, as well as legal research and writing. The areas of practice generally include issues of tort, contract, civil procedure, workers’ compensation defense, appellate, constitutional, and other areas of law as needed to defend the Territory and its interests. This position also includes such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General and the Civil Division Chief.